The Noblige comes in a sleek and contemporary bottle. Its seamless outline is elegant and luxurious to the eye, evoking a memorable visual experience with just a glance.
Origin of Martell Noblige
The Noblige is a staple in Martell’s signature collection of classic cognacs. Its launch across Singapore last year has effortlessly taken the South East Asian cocktail scene by storm.
“Noblige” stems from the French phrase “Noblesse Oblige”, which translates to the unspoken duty that comes with high status and wealth. As the definition of power and influence changes over the years, it adds an intriguing nuance to the meaning behind this sophisticated and elegant cognac blend.
How is it produced?
White wine made from grapes harvested in France’s Cognac region is double-distilled to form eaux-de-vie. The middle portion of the liquor—the ‘heart’—is then aged in oak barrels. Martell uses clear white wines in their distillation process to retain the full aromas of the grapes.
The blending of different eaux-de-vie is what makes every cognac unique. The Noblige gets its round and powerful flavours from the combination of over 70 eaux-de-vie made from wine grapes harvested in the Borderies region of France, where grapes are known for their exquisite floral notes and smoothness.
Tasting notes
Deep gold to the eye with vibrant copper hues, the nose carries hints of lightly toasted caramel and vanilla under fruity notes of citrus and pear. Years of ageing in fine-grained oak also bring out the Noblige’s distinctive woody tones in its aroma. On the palate, the Noblige offers a smooth and floral sensation, a perfect balance between strength and comfort on the tongue. Accompanying the floral tastes unique to Borderies’ eaux-de-vie are rich vanilla, prune, cedar, and caramelised grapes. Lastly, the drink has a memorable and rich finish while sustaining a good balance and length.
